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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo from £97

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CAI
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Cairo are usually found in May or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Sun 31/514:00
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Egyptair
Wed 3/600:30
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Egyptair
Deal found 29/3£204
Wed 29/403:50
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Egyptair
Wed 6/500:30
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Egyptair
Deal found 2/4£220
Wed 8/403:50
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/420:45
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£231
Tue 26/518:35
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/622:15
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£233
Wed 29/403:50
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/504:00
CAI
-
IST
1 stop5h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£243
Thu 7/501:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/521:45
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/3£260
Mon 25/501:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 30/506:05
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4£260
Fri 8/501:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 14/521:45
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/4£263
Fri 18/920:55
IST
-
CAI
1 stop5h 55m
Aegean Airlines
Mon 21/909:50
CAI
-
IST
1 stop10h 05m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 1/4£264
Sun 1/1102:20
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 14/1105:25
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/3£266

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£204

One-way from

£97

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£239

Good one-way deal

£159 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 31/5-3/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 16/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Thu 14/5

04:00-14:35

1 stop10h 35m

£287
Fastest return journey

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 17/9

01:55-04:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairo

Mon 21/9

06:05-08:30

Nonstop2h 25m

£287

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Fri 1/5

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Tue 12/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

£310

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 11/5

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairo

Wed 13/5

10:05-12:35

Nonstop2h 30m

£318

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Fri 11/9

15:45-08:50

1 stop17h 05m

Cairo

Wed 23/9

19:55-14:45

1 stop18h 50m

£319

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 11/5

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Wed 13/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

£335

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Fri 15/5

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Sun 17/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

£339

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

10:40-19:05

1 stop8h 25m

Cairo

Wed 20/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

£355

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 25/4

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Fri 1/5

16:35-19:55

1 stop27h 20m

£360

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sun 28/6

10:40-08:50

1 stop22h 10m

Cairo

Mon 6/7

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

£372

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of £74). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of £166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated 2 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Egyptair and Nile Air from Istanbul Airport to Cairo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.6

Crew

7.0

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ahmed,Feb 2026

CAI - ATH

I'm very impressed with the flight attendants. They are truly outstanding.
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
414 reviews
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.6

Crew

7.0

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ahmed,Feb 2026

CAI - ATH

I'm very impressed with the flight attendants. They are truly outstanding.
Nile Air
6.3
Okay
18 reviews
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
414 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.6

Crew

7.0

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ahmed,Feb 2026

CAI - ATH

I'm very impressed with the flight attendants. They are truly outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Istanbul?

    For a flight from Istanbul to Cairo, you will be flying into Cairo. Cairo (CAI) is just 11.5 mi from the center of the city. Cairo is the only Cairo airport and it handles 18 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 4 airlines have flights to Cairo from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Departing from Istanbul Airport to Cairo will take you 2h 25m. Istanbul Airport and Cairo are separated by a distance of 785 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo round-trip?

    Flying on Ajet is currently your cheapest option to Cairo, with prices starting at £68. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Nile Air and Air Cairo, with the lowest prices starting at £106 and £161, respectively. Users have found that Ajet is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Nile Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £40. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Arabia and Ajet, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Cairo for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Consider LOT (77%), Air Serbia (71%) or Turkish Airlines (66%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £156. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Cairo) can be booked for £169 on average, our data indicates £444 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of £74). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of £166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AjetCheapest£68Average£173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Nile AirCheapest£106Average£177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CairoCheapest£161Average£227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapest£188Average£216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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